Draw procedures for this year’s FIFA U-17 World Cup™ and FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™ confirmed

FIFA has confirmed the draw procedures for this year’s editions of the FIFA U-17 World Cup™ and the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™.

Draw procedures FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026™ and FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2026™

Gianni Infantino calls football “an excuse to unite” as the United Nations celebrates World Football Day

FIFA President addressed audience at the UN’s General Assembly Hall as part of the annual commemoration. Building off World Football Day, FIFA created World Football Week (21-25 May) to spotlight football’s unique power to spark health and fellowship.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino celebrates the World Football Day

Youth Olympic Futsal Tournaments Dakar 2026 draw to take place at Home of FIFA

Two Draws take place at Home of FIFA in Zurich, Switzerland on Thursday, 21 May of World Football Week

Draw Balls

Gibraltar: a decade of hard work beginning to bear fruit

Taking things step by step is often essential to achieving long-term progress and avoiding unnecessary setbacks. That approach perfectly sums up the first 10 years of the Gibraltar Football Association (GFA) as a FIFA Member Association (MA). 

Roy Chipolina celebrates a goal with the Gibraltar national team

BC Place Vancouver upgrades unveiled ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™

Major upgrades and renovations to BC Place Vancouver have been unveiled as the Canadian venue prepares to host seven FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches.

General view of BC Place during the natural grass pitch installation upgrades 

Exclusive Visa presale kicks off for FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026™

Tickets are on sale for matches to be contested across all four vibrant Host Cities: Bielsko-Biała, Katowice, Łódź and Sosnowiec

Visa presale FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026™

Betano unveiled as Tournament Supporter of FIFA World Cup 2026™ for Europe and South America

Building on support for FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ and FIFA Club World Cup 2025™, Betano returns to international stage as Tournament Supporter of FIFA World Cup 2026™

FIFA President Gianni Infantino receives Titan of Freedom award

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has received the Titan of Freedom award from the prestigious Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom in Miami, United States.

FIFA offers welcome and reassurance to IR Iran Football Federation in productive FIFA World Cup 2026™ meeting in Istanbul

A FIFA delegation led by FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström met with Islamic Republic of Iran Football Federation (FFIRI) officials in Istanbul, Turkey, to offer reassurance and support regarding Team Melli’s participation in the FIFA World Cup 2026™

A FIFA delegation led by FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström met on Saturday, 16 May with Islamic Republic of Iran Football Federation (FFIRI) officials in Istanbul, Turkey

FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final Halftime Show will “touch hearts”, Gianni Infantino says

As it unfolds on “definitely the biggest stage ever”, the historic FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final Halftime Show will “touch the hearts of the people” thanks to its combination of spectacular star power and humanitarian impact, FIFA President Infantino said.

FIFA Legend Kaká, Global Citizen CEO Hugh Evans, Shakira and FIFA President Gianni Infantino at Spring Studios during Global Citizen Now Summit

FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026™ reflects “tremendous” women’s football growth, says Gianni Infantino

The FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026™ is “proof” that women’s football “continues to grow at a tremendous pace”, FIFA President Gianni Infantino told the audience in advance of the final tournament’s group-stage draw in Łódź, Poland.

FIFA Under-20 Women's World Cup Draw

China Media Group confirmed as official broadcaster in China PR for FIFA World Cup 2026™ and FIFA World Cup 2030™

FIFA has confirmed it has reached agreement with China Media Group (CMG) for the broadcast in China PR of all matches at the FIFA World Cup 2026™ and FIFA World Cup 2030™ as well as the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027™ and the FIFA Women's World Cup 2031™.

adidas Trionda match ball

Afghan Women United to continue historic journey against Cook Islands

Seven months after their historic victory over Libya during the FIFA Unites: Women's Series 2025™, Afghan Women United will continue their inspiring journey with two playing opportunities against the Cook Islands in early June.

View of the action during Afghan Women United's training camp in Doncaster, England

‘New chapter’ for Cameroonian football as FECAFOOT headquarters inaugurated

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has said the new Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT) headquarters will open “a new chapter in the great history” of the African country’s football development.

Inauguration of FECAFOOT Headquarters

Shakira and Burna Boy team up to release Dai Dai, the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Song in support of FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund

Today, excitement for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ continues to build with the release of Dai Dai, featuring Shakira and Burna Boy via Sony Music Latin. Available now on all major streaming platforms.

A home for the future of Austrian football thanks to support from FIFA Forward

The long wait is finally over. After 28 years, Austria are returning to football’s biggest stage as their national team will compete at the FIFA World Cup™ for the first time since 1998.

A bird's-eye view of the ÖFB Campus

Madonna, Shakira and BTS to co-headline historic FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final Halftime Show

FIFA and Global Citizen today announced that Madonna, Shakira and BTS will co-headline the historic FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final Halftime Show, taking place on Sunday, 19 July at New York New Jersey Stadium.

FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final Halftime Show

PIF named as Official Tournament Supporter of FIFA World Cup 2026™

PIF and FIFA have announced PIF as an Official Tournament Supporter in North America and Asia of the FIFA World Cup 2026™. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to expanding the growth of football at every level.

Gianni Infantino says FIFA World Cup 2026™ will be “an unforgettable experience” as kick-off approaches

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ co-hosts, Canada, Mexico and the United States, are “working tirelessly” to ensure “everyone has an unforgettable experience,” FIFA President Gianni Infantino has said with less than a month to go until the tournament.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino

FIFA welcomes ambassadors of Canada, Mexico and the United States to Zurich HQ ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™

Representatives of the governments of Canada, Mexico and the United States visited FIFA headquarters in Zurich this week as preparations intensify for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, which begins in less than 30 days.

The Visit of the Canada, Mexico and United States of America Ambassadors to The Home of FIFA

Draw procedures for FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026™ confirmed

The draw procedures for the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026™, which is set to be contested from 5 to 27 September 2026, have been confirmed. The draw for the 24-team tournament will take place in Łódź at 16:00 local time (CET) Friday, 15 May 2026

FIFA U-20 Womens' World Cup Trophy

FIFA teams up with anti-doping organisations in FIFA World Cup 2026™ host countries

Following the successful collaboration between FIFA and the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) for last year’s inaugural FIFA Club World Cup™, the two organisations are set to once again join forces for the FIFA World Cup 2026™. 

Drug and doping control kit

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström holds development talks in China PR

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström and FIFA Chief of Global Football Development Arsène Wenger have met Chinese government and Chinese Football Association (CFA) officials for high-level talks on cooperation in the capital, Beijing. 

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström and FIFA Chief of Global Football Development Arsène Wenger meet with Vice Minister of the General Administration of Sport of China PR Zhang Jiasheng and Chinese Football Association President Song Kai

Kosovo: Ten years of growth on the global stage

On 13 May 2026, Kosovo celebrate their 10th year as a FIFA Member Association (MA). A decade on, Kosovo’s footballing growth has been remarkable, reflected in consistent progress in both the men’s and women’s FIFA/Coca-Cola World Rankings.

Dion Gallapeni of Kosovo celebrates with teammates

Integrity Task Force sharpens focus on FIFA World Cup 2026™ safeguards at Miami meeting

The FIFA Integrity Task Force convened in Miami on 7 May for a pivotal in-person meeting that brought together key stakeholders to put the finishing touches to and stress-test the integrity framework for the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

FIFA Integrity Task Force / Miami

FIFA unveils Technical Study Group for FIFA World Cup 2026™

FIFA has unveiled the Technical Study Group (TSG) for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, which will provide cutting-edge analysis of all matches at the competition while increasing and developing the understanding of the game across the world.

Technical Study Group for FIFA World Cup 2026™

FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund Awards Grants to First Group of Community-Based Organizations Providing Access to Education and Football to Children Worldwide 

FIFA and Global Citizen today announced the first group of grant recipients from the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. 

FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund Awards Grants to First Group of Community-  Based Organizations Providing Access to Education and Football to Children

FIFA to showcase social impact campaigns at FIFA World Cup 2026™

With today marking one month to go until the FIFA World Cup 2026™ kicks off on Thursday, 11 June, FIFA is looking beyond the pitch to harness the tournament’s global platform for social good and help unite the world. 

The United States Welcomes the World with an All-Star FIFA World Cup 2026™ Opening Ceremony in Los Angeles

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ will open with a landmark celebration across North America, highlighted by a spectacular opening ceremony in Los Angeles — the world’s entertainment capital — bringing together football, music and entertainment on a global stage.

Opening Ceremonies announcement - USA

FIFA World Cup 2026™ opening ceremony set to deliver star-powered celebration in Mexico City

On Thursday, 11 June, the world will turn its eyes to Mexico as it opens the FIFA World Cup 2026™ with a celebration full of sound, color, and meaning. 

Opening Ceremonies announcement - MEXICO

Pitch installation completed at FIFA World Cup 2026™ final venue

Five years of meticulous and collaborative research and innovation, aimed at providing the best possible surface for the players, have culminated in the installation of the pitch for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ at New York New Jersey Stadium.

Workers install the pitch at New York New Jersey Stadium 

Canada to welcome the world with star-studded Opening Ceremony for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ 

On Friday, 12 June, at 13:30 (local) Canada will take centre stage as it hosts its opening ceremony for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, welcoming the world with a vibrant celebration inspired by its communities, rich diversity and the unifying power of football.

Opening Ceremonies announcement - CANADA

Bureau of the Council update on the Regulations for the FIFA World Cup 2026™

Following consultation with the confederations, the Bureau of the Council has unanimously decided to amend article 10 paragraph 2 of the Regulations for the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

Yellow card and red card

Pitch installation at FIFA World Cup 2026™ final venue

Jessie Reyez and Elyanna fuse sound and culture with Illuminate, the fourth single from the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album

Today, the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album expands with Illuminate, a new collaboration between Jessie Reyez and Elyanna, out now via SALXCO UAM & Def Jam Recordings. 

FIFA Sound / Illuminate - Jessie Reyez x Elyanna

Brazil stay top of both men’s and women’s futsal rankings

Brazil have remained top of both the women’s and men’s FIFA Futsal World Rankings, the latest editions of which feature five new teams apiece, demonstrating the game’s continued global growth.

FIFA Futsal World Rankings (May 2026)

Draw date for FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026™ confirmed

FIFA has confirmed that the draw for the next edition of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup™ will take place in Łódź, Poland, on Friday, 15 May 2026. 

FIFA draw balls

Draws to set stage for historic Youth Olympic Futsal Tournaments Dakar 2026

Excitement is continuing to build ahead of the Youth Olympic Futsal Tournaments Dakar 2026, with the draws for the men’s and women’s tournaments set to take place at the Home of FIFA in Zurich, Switzerland, on 21 May 2026.

FIFA and Fanatics expand wide-ranging relationship to include historic exclusive collectibles agreement (trading cards, stickers and trading card games)

In a landmark agreement expanding their already successful wide-ranging commercial relationship, FIFA and Fanatics have signed a long-term, exclusive collectibles licensing deal that features trading cards, stickers, and trading card games. 

FIFA and Fanatics expand wide-ranging relationship to include historic exclusive collectibles agreement 

Gelson Fernandes appears at UN panel to talk about FIFA’s Global Stand Against Racism

Gelson Fernandes, FIFA Deputy Chief Member Associations, has spoken at a United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) panel to explain how FIFA is tackling racism

Gerd Dembowski, FIFA Head of Human Rights & Anti-Discrimination and Gelson Fernandes, FIFA Deputy Chief Member Associations

No Racism 

NO RACISM

Vancouver landmark to be transformed into official FIFA World Cup 2026™ match ball

As Vancouver, Canada prepares for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks is to be transformed into a stunning symbol of the tournament.

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